aramco · 3 weeks ago
Electrical Engineer - Relocate to Saudi Arabia, Permanent Expat Relocation Package
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expAramco is one of the world's largest producers of hydrocarbon energy and chemicals, seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join their Unconventional Resources Producing Department. The role involves providing professional advice on electrical systems and ensuring the safe and efficient production of hydrocarbons through technical support and project management.
ChemicalEnergyOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day technical support to Operations and Maintenance Units to troubleshoot and fix electrical systems, including reporting and documentation
Assess and provide expert advice and assistance to design, construction, maintenance engineers, and operation personnel on all matters related to electrical systems
Perform engineering conceptual plans for the new installation and upgrade projects, including development of work scopes, calculations, and detailed technical specifications
Review Project Proposals and Detailed Designs packages for new facilities. Participate in the testing and commissioning of the new facilities and Turnaround and Inspection (T&I)
Update and maintain engineering documentation and drawings. Analyze system performance and find solutions for Energy saving
Ensure quality, cost-effective, and timely solutions to any upgrade
Test and pilot new technologies
Ensure full HSE Compliance. Report and analyze key performance indices
Make recommendations for technical/economic optimization of existing facilities
Lead feasibility/profitability studies for new facilities. Contribute to Business Unit strategy
Assist in the training, development, and mentoring of younger staff
Provide analysis, evaluation, and interpretation in support of projects, processes, and financing related to Saudi Aramco capital investment decisions. Maintain and expand on contacts within the industry
Regularly interact with other professionals in various company organizations involved in capital planning and economic analysis
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university
Minimum of 10 years of working experience in Electrical engineering
Minimum of 5 years of experience in the field of Oil and Gas Industry
Conversant and have working knowledge of industry codes and standards, such as NFPA, ANSI, IEEE, IEC, API, NEC, and NACE
Experience with specifications and data sheets for Electrical equipment like EHV GIS/AIS Switchgear, Power Transformers, large synchronous/induction motors, HV/LV Switchgears, and Control gears, EHV/HV/LV Cables, Bus ducts, EHV GIBs, UPS, Battery Charger, NGR, Panel boards
Experience in preparation of Single line diagrams, protection and metering schemes, motor schematics, Hazardous area classification drawings, substation automation architecture, synchronizing and bus changeover schemes
Experience in electrical engineering calculations like Grounding/Earthing, Battery charger/Battery sizing, Transformer sizing, Cable sizing, Electrical Load schedules, Lighting
Knowledge of Electrical Power system studies, including Short Circuit, Load Flow analysis, Motor starting, Arc Flash Hazard studies, Relay coordination, and setting using software like ETAP
Able to conduct failure analysis and provide recommendations for failed electrical equipment
Experience with electrical equipment field Installation, Commissioning, and testing
Experience in Electrical Equipment layouts, plant cable routing layouts, lighting, and grounding layouts
Work in remote areas depending on the project or task assignments
Preferred
A higher degree is preferred
Company
aramco
We’re a leading producer of the energy and chemicals that drive global commerce and enhance the daily lives of people around the globe by continuing delivering an uninterrupted supply of energy to the world.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$12.4BKey Investors
EIG Global Energy Partners(EIG)
2021-04-09Private Equity· $12.4B
Leadership Team
Pedro A.
Management Consulting Partner / Transformation Senior Advisor
Sana M.
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
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